Clinical trials
Alcohol Use Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting alcohol use disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 355 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07561749Enrolling by invitation
Staying sober and inner peace in alcohol recovery
The study looks at how a person's mental, social, and spiritual life relates to a long period of staying sober. People who have been alcohol-free for at least a year may be able to help paint a clearer picture of what supports recovery.
Iași, IaşiAges 18–70 - NCT07559500RecruitingPhase 1
Study of tirzepatide for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests if tirzepatide, a diabetes drug, affects brain chemistry linked to alcohol use. Researchers want to see if it can help people with mild-to-moderate alcohol use disorder who also have tried stimulants.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 21–65 - NCT05102942Recruiting
Online training to improve attention for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether an online attention-focused training program can help people with alcohol use disorder better control their attention and urges. It may offer an extra tool alongside standard primary treatment.
Valby, Capital Region of DenmarkAges 18–75 - NCT07525258Recruiting
Improving alcohol use disorder care for liver disease patients
This trial tests a new approach to help healthcare providers better support patients with alcohol-related liver disease who struggle with alcohol use. The study aims to make treatment easier to access and more effective within Yale's hospital system.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07520292RecruitingPhase 1
Testing NTX-2001 to reduce drinking in alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a new medication called NTX-2001 can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less. Researchers will measure how the drug affects alcohol consumption and safety in adults aged 21–60.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–60 - NCT06104176Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for alcohol use disorder
This study tests if virtual reality therapy can help people with alcohol use disorder stay abstinent. You must be sober for at least 15 days to participate.
Créteil, Île-de-France RegionAges 18–80 - NCT07488819Recruiting
Brain imaging study for people with PTSD or alcohol use disorder
This study uses a special brain scan (PET) to look at a protein called PDE4B in people with PTSD or alcohol use disorder. It may help researchers understand these conditions better.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT07482150Recruiting
Alcohol support for hospital patients
This trial connects people with alcohol problems to a therapist while they are in hospital for another health issue. It aims to help them get support for their alcohol use as part of their care.
KøgeAges 18–99 - NCT07464613Recruiting
Social thinking in severe alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with severe alcohol use disorder process social information, like understanding others' emotions or intentions. It uses brain imaging (MRI) and tests on a smartphone. The goal is to learn more about social cognition in recovery.
Reims, ReimsAges 18–65 - NCT07451574Enrolling by invitation
Study of non-alcoholic drinks for alcohol treatment
This study tests whether providing non-alcoholic drinks helps people in treatment for alcohol use disorder. You must be enrolled in Ria Health and have at least two symptoms of alcohol use disorder.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 21–89 - NCT05997212Recruiting
Can brain stimulation help with thinking skills in alcohol use disorder?
This study tests if a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive TMS (rTMS) can improve thinking skills like decision-making and focus in people recovering from alcohol use disorder. You must have been alcohol-free for 8 weeks to 5 years.
Querétaro City, QuerétaroAges 25–59 - NCT07413458Recruiting
VR nature for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (VR) nature scenes can help people with alcohol use disorder who also have depression. You'll be in an intensive outpatient program and may try VR sessions to see if they reduce cravings and improve mood.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT07397598Recruiting
Peer support after liver transplant for alcohol-related disease
This study tests whether having a peer supporter who has been through liver transplant for alcohol-related disease helps you stay alcohol-free and feel supported. It may be a good fit if you are in early recovery after transplant.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06835907Recruiting
Baclofen for anxiety and alcohol use disorder
This trial tests if baclofen can help people with both anxiety and alcohol use disorder. It is an open-label study, meaning everyone knows they are taking the medication. Researchers want to see if it supports people in staying alcohol-free.
Jette, Brussels CapitalAges 18–65 - NCT06789250Recruiting
Online therapy for mental health and alcohol use issues
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy program designed for people who struggle with both mental health symptoms (like depression or anxiety) and problematic alcohol use. The goal is to see if this approach can help improve both issues at the same time, conveniently from home.
LinköpingAges 18 years+ - NCT06675539Recruiting
Testing a tool to predict alcohol withdrawal severity in French speakers
This study tests a French version of a questionnaire (PAWSS) that helps doctors predict how severe alcohol withdrawal might be. It is for people aged 18 to 60 who are dependent on alcohol and planning a supervised detox or being hospitalized for another reason.
ÉtampesAges 18–60 - NCT07340554Recruiting
Brain imaging study for teens who use cannabis
This study looks at the brains of teenagers who use cannabis using an MRI scanner. It aims to understand how cannabis affects the developing brain, which might help improve treatment options.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 14–17 - NCT07342504Recruiting
Brief alcohol support for people on buprenorphine
This trial tests a brief alcohol-focused support program designed for people who are already taking buprenorphine for opioid addiction. The goal is to help you reduce your drinking in a way that fits with your current treatment.
Notre Dame, IndianaAges 18 years+ - NCT07325266RecruitingPhase 2
Testing apremilast for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a pill called apremilast can help reduce drinking in people with alcohol use disorder. You'll take the medication and attend regular visits to see how it affects your alcohol cravings and use.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT07281261Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a mild nerve stimulation device (tAN) can help reduce alcohol cravings and withdrawal. It's for people with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder who are going through withdrawal and do not use tobacco.
Houston, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT07279558RecruitingPhase 2
CBD and Alcohol Use Study
This study tests whether cannabidiol (CBD), a compound from cannabis, can help people who drink alcohol regularly reduce their drinking or change their drinking patterns. You may be eligible if you're 21-65, have used CBD or cannabis before, drink alcohol regularly, and don't take certain medications that could interfere.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 21–65 - NCT07273955Recruiting
Alcohol use and weight-loss surgery: a study of addiction follow-up
This study looks at how alcohol use disorder changes after weight-loss surgery. Researchers want to understand the link between eating disorders, alcohol problems, and addiction treatment before and after surgery.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT06118580RecruitingPhase 2
Alcohol and aggression brain study
This study looks at how alcohol affects the brain in people with a history of aggression or alcohol use disorder. You may be able to join if you're a right-handed adult who drinks regularly and fits one of the specific groups being studied.
Columbus, OhioAges 21–55 - NCT05576350Recruiting
Coaching to reduce risky drinking and HIV risk
This study tests an intervention (coaching/skills training) to help reduce risky alcohol use and reduce behaviors that increase HIV risk. It may help you if you drink in an at-risk way and may benefit from HIV prevention like PrEP.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–35
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for alcohol use disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 355 recruiting alcohol use disorder studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a alcohol use disorder trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a alcohol use disorder trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.